Occupational Therapist

Job summary Are you a recently Occupational Therapist looking to embark on a rewarding career, where you are supported in everything you do? If so, join Thornford Park Hospital, Thatcham, Berkshire and give your career the best start. Working alongside a dedicated team you will be working at a service that provides specialist care that is specifically designed to support women that have a diagnosis of an emerging or personality disorders. You will be a part of an environment that has a strong emphasis on teamwork and will enjoy hands-on experience, receiving guidance and supervision from experienced healthcare professionals. You will have continuous access to a range of training opportunities to move your career forward. Under supervision, you will be responsible for planning and facilitating evidence-based group and individual programmes. You will create individual rapports with service users to empower recovery. A range of training opportunities are available that can see your caree Main duties of the job As an Occupational Therapist at Elysium Healthcare's Thornford Park Hospital, you will work alongside a dedicated team to provide specialist care designed to support women with emerging or personality disorders. You will engage in hands-on experience in a teamwork-focused environment, receiving guidance and supervision from experienced healthcare professionals. Your responsibilities will include planning and facilitating evidence-based group and individual programs, conducting comprehensive OT assessments, and maintaining accurate records. The role emphasizes professional growth, with continuous access to training opportunities and supervision. The hospital combines medium and low secure units and rehabilitation flats, providing personalized assessment and treatment programs for males with mental illness or complex care needs. The facility offers a seamless internal care pathway to empower recovery and rehabilitation, ensuring service users receive the necessary support to thrive. About us Elysium Healthcare is a distinguished provider in the field of health and care services, with a focus on mental health, neurological care, learning disabilities, and education services across England and Wales. With over 8,000 employees, Elysium is committed to delivering high-quality care and fostering an environment of significant growth and development for its staff. The organization operates more than 90 services, working diligently to innovate and improve patient outcomes. As part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium benefits from a global network that spans 10 countries, employing over 86,000 people worldwide. This connection allows Elysium to harness international expertise while providing localized care solutions that meet the unique needs of its service users. Elysium Healthcare is an inclusive employer, dedicated to the safe recruitment of staff and is focused on ensuring the welfare and security of all service users. Details Date posted 04 August 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £31,197 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 1534230033 Job locations Elysium Healthcare Thatcham RG19 8ET United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Are you a recently Occupational Therapist looking to embark on a rewarding career, where you are supported in everything you do? If so, join Thornford Park Hospital, Thatcham, Berkshire and give your career the best start. Working alongside a dedicated team you will be working at a service that provides specialist care that is specifically designed to support women that have a diagnosis of an emerging or personality disorders. You will be a part of an environment that has a strong emphasis on teamwork and will enjoy hands-on experience, receiving guidance and supervision from experienced healthcare professionals. You will have continuous access to a range of training opportunities to move your career forward. Under supervision, you will be responsible for planning and facilitating evidence-based group and individual programmes. You will create individual rapports with service users to empower recovery. A range of training opportunities are available that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations As an Occupational Therapist you will be: Providing comprehensive OT assessments. Under supervision, planning and reviewing OT treatment programmes. Under supervision, identifying and actioning referrals both in-house, including support staff, and to external agencies Supporting the planning, evaluation, and audit of practices, clinical pathways and protocols at Thornford park. Ensuring that contemporaneous, written and electronic records and activity data are maintained following professional and services standards. To be successful in this role, you'll need: A Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy A UK HCPC registration or applied for Evidence of ability to research, plan, implement and evaluate a project for specific groups Effective writ